Day 01
Arrival in Islamabad
- Arrival at Islamabad International Airport and meet our staff.
- Transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest after international travel.
- Brief introduction to the expedition and logistics.
- Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Day 02
Free Day in Islamabad
- Rest and recovery after long travel.
- Completion of paperwork, permits, and final equipment checks.
- Optional sightseeing in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
- Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Day 03
Fly to Skardu
- Morning flight to Skardu offering spectacular views of Nanga Parbat and the Karakoram range.
- Transfer to hotel upon arrival.
- Short walk for acclimatization if time permits.
- Overnight stay in Skardu.
Day 04
Free Day in Skardu
- Acclimatization and rest day in Skardu.
- Final gear checks and purchase of last-minute supplies.
- Briefing with climbing staff and high-altitude support team.
- Overnight stay in Skardu.
Day 05
Drive to Askole Village
- Drive from Skardu to Askole, the last settlement before entering the Karakoram wilderness.
- Journey along the Shigar Valley and Braldu River.
- Meet trekking staff and porters in Askole.
- Overnight stay in Askole.
Day 06
Trek from Askole to Jhola
- Begin trekking on the Baltoro route.
- Walk via the snout of the Biafo Glacier.
- Follow the Braldu River through rugged terrain.
- Overnight camping at Jhola.
Day 07
Trek from Jhola to Paiju
- Continue trekking along the Braldu River.
- Pass through scenic valleys and rocky landscapes.
- First clear views of Trango Towers and Cathedral Peaks.
- Overnight camping at Paiju.
Day 08
Acclimatization Day at Paiju
- Rest and acclimatization day.
- Optional short walks and glacier familiarization.
- Preparation for entering the Baltoro Glacier.
- Overnight camping at Paiju.
Day 09
Trek from Paiju to Khoburtse
- Enter the Baltoro Glacier.
- Trek across rocky moraine and ice sections.
- Surrounded by towering granite spires.
- Overnight camping at Khoburtse.
Day 10
Trek from Khoburtse to Urdukas
- Cross small glaciers and rocky terrain.
- Reach Urdukas, one of the most scenic camps on Baltoro.
- Panoramic views of the Trango Group.
- Overnight camping at Urdukas.
Day 11
Trek from Urdukas to Goro II
- Trek deeper into the Baltoro Glacier.
- Pass the confluence of Baltoro South and Younghusband Glaciers.
- Increasing altitude and dramatic icy landscapes.
- Overnight camping at Goro II.
Day 12
Trek from Goro II to Concordia
- Walk through a vast rocky moraine.
- Arrive at Concordia, known as the “Throne Room of the Mountain Gods.”
- Spectacular views of K2, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrums.
- Overnight camping at Concordia.
Day 13
Trek from Concordia to K2 Base Camp
- Trek towards K2 Base Camp along the Godwin-Austen Glacier.
- Pass Broad Peak Base Camp en route.
- Reach K2 Base Camp at the foot of the Savage Mountain.
- Overnight camping at K2 Base Camp.
Day 14–43
Ascent of K2
- Climbing and acclimatization period on K2.
- Establishment of high camps along the Abruzzi Ridge.
- Summit attempts depending on weather and conditions.
- Overnight stays at Base Camp and higher camps as required.
Day 44
Trek Back to Concordia
- Begin descent from K2 Base Camp.
- Return to Concordia following the same glacier route.
- Rest and recovery after the summit phase.
- Overnight camping at Concordia.
Day 45
Trek from Concordia to Ali Camp
- Trek back along the Baltoro Glacier.
- Gradual descent with improved oxygen levels.
- Prepare for crossing Gondogoro La.
- Overnight camping at Ali Camp.
Day 46
Trek from Ali Camp to Khuispang via Gondogoro La
- Early morning ascent of Gondogoro La Pass (5,585m).
- Challenging but rewarding crossing with panoramic views of Karakoram giants.
- Descend to Khuispang camp.
- Overnight camping at Khuispang.
Day 47
Trek from Khuispang to Saicho
- Continue descent through alpine terrain.
- Pass lush valleys and streams.
- Enter greener landscapes of Hushe Valley.
- Overnight camping at Saicho.
Day 48
Trek to Hushe and Drive to Skardu
- Short trek to Hushe village.
- Drive from Hushe to Skardu by jeep.
- Transfer to hotel upon arrival.
- Overnight stay in Skardu.
Day 49
Debriefing Day in Skardu
- Official expedition debriefing.
- Return rented equipment and settle logistics.
- Relax and celebrate expedition completion.
- Overnight stay in Skardu.
Day 50
Fly to Islamabad
- Morning flight from Skardu to Islamabad.
- Transfer to hotel.
- Free time for rest or sightseeing.
- Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Day 51
Contingency Day
- Reserved for possible flight delays due to weather.
- Optional sightseeing if unused.
- Overnight stay in Islamabad.
Day 52
Departure
- Transfer to Islamabad International Airport.
- Fly to home country.
- End of K2 Expedition with Karakoram Treks.
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